The Sisters
1969 · 110 min · ★ 4.4 · Drama, Romance
Faced with a broken marriage, a woman decides to try to rekindle an incestuous relationship with her younger sister, who is married to a wealthy older man.
Directed by Roberto Malenotti · Written by Brunello Rondi
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Susan Strasberg Martha -
Nathalie Delon Diana -
Massimo Girotti Alex -
Giancarlo Giannini Dario -
Lars Bloch Martha's Lover - F Franco Abbiana Party Guest
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Gianni Pulone Party Guest -
Attilio Dottesio Party Guest -
Rossana Canghiari Train Passenger (uncredited) -
Alfonso Giganti Diana's Driver (uncredited) -
Filippo Perego Party Guest (uncredited)
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